Careers

You are passionate about good design, have a positive attitude, and a sense of humor. We are a nationally recognized architectural studio with a friendly environment, plenty of comradery, and a penchant for rewarding innovative ideas. And the best part: we’re always accepting resumes from candidates like you.

Your cover letter should include: information on you as a human being and the type of position you’re seeking, as well as highlighting your experience most relevant to KGA. All inquiries regarding employment opportunities may be directed to: Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@kgarch.com

At KGA, our mission is to create beautiful, forward-thinking architecture fueled by innovation, creativity and collaboration with our clients.

KGA Values

Always Learning

We’re always looking for development opportunities to make us better at what we do. We foster a culture of learning and ongoing education so we may expand our knowledge base and skill sets. Ongoing education improves competence and creates a sense of accomplishment, opening the door to career growth and advancement.

Culture Is Our Cornerstone

The KGA culture is central to everything we do, from our systems and hiring practices to our behaviors and communication. We nurture it, protect it, and live it to build an environment where everyone feels like they contribute and belong. We create a place where you enjoy coming to work.

Commit to Quality

Our expertise, creativity, and pragmatic approach to architectural design solve clients’ problems and meet their business objectives. We’re reliable, collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to the highest levels of service. Putting it simply, we “own it” — we show up, bring our best, and follow through for our clients and each other.

Give Back

We are leaders, mentors, and stewards of our profession. And as such, giving back is not a photo opp but a way of life. We support one another, our industry, and our communities by giving our time, knowledge, and resources, from internal meetings to industry events and local non-profit organizations. We’re at our best when we’re lifting each other up.

What We Offer

Ongoing professional development
Opportunity for career advancement and achievement
An environment where new ideas are welcomed
An organization that values giving back and paying it forward
A belief that health and happiness breed creativity and innovation

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Benefits

Paid Healthcare

Wellness is key to productive work, so we offer gold standard health, vision and dental insurance at a minimal employee investment.

Dog-Friendly Office

Our pups keep us happy, including while we work. Some rules apply.

Paid Personal Time

We provide 11 days of paid leave your first year, followed by three weeks after one year, and four weeks after five years.

Paid Holidays

We also provide eleven paid holidays throughout the year, in addition to our regular vacation days.

Flexible Schedule

Life doesn’t always happen after 5pm. And, for better or worse, technology has created a 24 hour work day. As long as the work gets done and we can find you when we need you; our work schedules are flexible.

Financial Planning

In addition to 401k with matching (100% up to 3% + 50% between 4-5%) and 100% KGA-paid life insurance and disability benefits, you have access to one of the top 100 Financial Advisors in the country at no charge.

Incentive Pay

Our theory is, all employees help with business development. If your efforts draw clients to the firm, we compensate you with commission.

Education Investment

We believe professional growth keeps us engaged, so each employee receives an annual stipend to put toward their development.

Our business and team are diverse, inclusive, and always learning. And we work hard every day to ensure the incredible people who make up our team feel safe, empowered, and excited to bring their authentic selves to each project.

Hey you. Yeah, you. See an opportunity that interests you? Is there a skill or experience that you (and only you) can bring to our team? We’d love to hear from you. And we encourage you to throw your hat in the ring; apply for open roles and while you’re at it, apply for roles that aren’t open, too. Or you could always invent a role, tell us how you’d approach the work, and help us understand how it will help us bring community design to more homes and neighborhoods. We’re listening.

KGA is Always Accepting Resumes for the Following Positions

Designer

The Opportunity: Designer

Works in concert with the Senior Architect, Associate(s), Principal Architect or Director of Design and has full responsibility for creating and managing the design direction of a project in addition to project management responsibilities for assigned projects.

Coordinates project design, develops creative-design concepts for projects, and prepares presentations and design drawings.
Works independently on architectural design projects and often coordinates project design efforts. Develops planning and creative-design concepts for projects.
Prepares presentation and design drawings and details.
Prepares strategic plans for project success.
Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects.
Serves as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets and scope of work to completion and to the client’s satisfaction.
Actively manages the client, budgets, invoicing, schedules, programs, project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments.
Estimates fee, determines scope of work, and contributes the information for proposal and contract preparation.
Manage all aspects of subconsultant engagement and serve as conduit to the project and team.
Oversee the design to ensure it is meeting the building and zoning code research.
Production of CADD presentations and plan documents.
Perform QC review and generate redlines prior to final QC review by Production Director, Senior Architect or similar.
Steward company values and processes.
Provide design mentoring and training for junior staff and team members.
Attend and contribute to internal meetings as requested.
Other duties as assigned or requested.

What are we looking for?

Experience & Ability

A degree in Architecture
8+ years’ work experience developing details and providing planning and design support in the preparation of design development
License preferred but not required
AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency required
A proven track record for independent critical and strategic thinking
Comfort with front-facing client interaction while providing a high level of customer service
Understanding of architectural design and construction observation
Working knowledge of building codes
Knowledge of construction with regards to material & methods
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written

Characteristics & Qualities

Strategic thinker
Ability to bring your best everyday
An interest in on-going growth and improvement
Accountability, honesty and respect
Passion for design and architecture

Compensation

$70,000 to $100,000 annual salary plus discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses and a robust benefits package including:

Healthcare: KGA offers gold standard health, vision and dental insurance at a minimal employee investment
Paid Personal Time: We provide 11 days of paid leave your first year, followed by three weeks after one year, and four weeks after five years
Paid Holidays: We also provide eleven paid holidays throughout the year, in addition to our regular vacation days
Dog-Friendly Office (some rules apply)
Financial Planning: In addition to 401k with matching and 100% KGA-paid life insurance and disability benefits, you have access to one of the top 100 Financial Advisors in the country at no charge
Education Investment: We believe professional growth keeps us engaged, so each employee receives an annual stipend to put toward their development
For more details on the benefits we offer, see benefits package

How to Apply

If you are interested in an employment opportunity with KGA, click here to apply and send us your cover letter, resume and sample construction drawings or similar sample of work. For questions, contact Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@kgarch.com.

Architectural Drafter II

The Opportunity: Draftsperson II

Primary responsibility is to create drawings infused with whatever technical details are appropriate to the project. Often a part of a project team directed by a Project Manager, Job Captain, or Architect.

Responsibilities

Independently prepares CADD production of presentation and plan documents; including detailing
Performs analyses of design, planning and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts.
Prepares project specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data.
Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates and calcs.
Redline pick-up
Graphic illustration
Communicate progress update to Project Managers and Principals via weekly reports
Prepares internal and external reports as directed
Collaborate with various teams to ensure best project outcomes
Participate in client, company and team meetings as needed and directed
Follow and understanding of company standards and procedures
Other duties as requested or assigned
Opportunity for expanded responsibilities and growth

What are we looking for:

Experience & Ability

Minimum 3+ years’ work experience in architecture or similar field required
An undergraduate degree in Architecture, Associates degree in Drafting or completed course work in a related field of study
REVIT proficiency required, AutoCAD a plus
Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up and Lumion or Enscape, a plus
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written

Characteristics & Qualities

Ability to bring your best everyday
An interest in on-going growth and improvement
A positive can-do attitude
A passion for architecture and other outside interests that feed your soul
Accountability, honesty and respect

Compensation

$50,000 to $75,000 annual salary plus discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses and a robust benefits package including:

Healthcare: KGA offers gold standard health, vision and dental insurance at a minimal employee investment
Paid Personal Time: We provide 11 days of paid leave your first year, followed by three weeks after one year, and four weeks after five years
Paid Holidays: We also provide eleven paid holidays throughout the year, in addition to our regular vacation days
Dog-Friendly Office (some rules apply)
Financial Planning: In addition to 401k with matching and 100% KGA-paid life insurance and disability benefits, you have access to one of the top 100 Financial Advisors in the country at no charge
Education Investment: We believe professional growth keeps us engaged, so each employee receives an annual stipend to put toward their development
For more details on the benefits we offer, see benefits package

How to Apply

If you are interested in an employment opportunity with KGA, click here to apply and send us your cover letter, resume and sample construction drawings or similar sample of work. For questions, contact Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@kgarch.com.

Job Captain

The Opportunity: Job Captain

Responsible for overseeing the actual drafting of the project and takes directions from the Project Manager, the Project Architect or Principal Architect.

Responsibilities

CADD production of presentation and plan documents
Work with different jurisdictions to determine building and zoning codes
Generate & pick up redlines
Collaborate and lead various teams to ensure best project outcomes
Participate in and generate notes for client and team meetings
Communicate progress update to Project Managers and Principals via weekly reports
Use and understanding of company standards and procedures
Other duties as requested or assigned
Opportunity for expanded responsibilities and growth

What are we looking for?

Experience & Ability

AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency required
A proven track record for critical and strategic thinking
Working knowledge of building codes
Adobe Creative Suite and Sketch Up a plus
Minimum 5+ years’ work experience in architecture or similar field a plus
A degree in Architecture or matching background
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written

Characteristics & Qualities

Strategic thinker
Ability to bring your best everyday
An interest in on-going growth and improvement
A positive can do attitude
Accountability, honesty and respect
Passion for Architecture

Pay Scale

$58,000 to $75,000 salary plus commission on projects generated and managed by employee, discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses, plus a robust benefits package. Want more info? Click here to read KGA’s employee benefits summary.

Healthcare: KGA offers gold standard health, vision and dental insurance at a minimal employee investment
Paid Personal Time: We provide 11 days of paid leave your first year, followed by three weeks after one year, and four weeks after five years
Paid Holidays: We also provide eleven paid holidays throughout the year, in addition to our regular vacation days
Dog-Friendly Office (some rules apply)
Financial Planning: In addition to 401k with matching and 100% KGA-paid life insurance and disability benefits, you have access to one of the top 100 Financial Advisors in the country at no charge
Education Investment: We believe professional growth keeps us engaged, so each employee receives an annual stipend to put toward their development
For more details on the benefits we offer, see benefits package

How to Apply

If you are interested in an employment opportunity with KGA, click here to apply and send us your cover letter, resume and sample construction drawings or similar sample of work. For questions, contact Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@kgarch.com.

Project Manager

The Opportunity: Project Manager

Works at the direction of the Senior Project Manager, Associate(s), Principal Architect or Director of Design to develop, design, organize and review construction documents.

Responsibilities

Manage projects to the best possible outcome for the company and client.
Review agreements for scope, rate and terms to determine necessity for additional services and execute
Production of CADD presentations and plan documents
Perform QC review and generate redlines
Determine building and zoning codes in a variety of jurisdictions
Manage all aspects of subconsultant engagement and serve as conduit to the project and team
Steward company values and processes
Generate internal and external reports and communications as required
Provide mentoring and training to junior staff and team members
Attend and contribute to internal meetings as requested
Participate in refinement of processes and standards to continually improve quality, drawing sets, client interaction and project management
Other duties as assigned or requested
Expanded opportunities as requested, needed or earned

What We Are Looking For

Experience & Ability

AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency required
A proven track record for independent critical and strategic thinking
Comfort with front-facing client interaction while providing a high level of customer service
Understanding of architectural design and construction observation
Working knowledge of building codes
Minimum 7+ years’ work experience in architecture or similar field a plus
Knowledge of construction with regards to material & methods
A degree in Architecture or equivalent experience
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written

Characteristics & Qualities

Strategic thinker
Ability to bring your best everyday
An interest in on-going growth and improvement
Accountability, honesty and respect
Passion for architecture

Pay Scale

$70,000 to $95,000 salary plus commission on projects generated and managed by employee, discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses, plus a robust benefits package. Want more info? Click here to read KGA’s employee benefits summary.

Healthcare: KGA offers gold standard health, vision and dental insurance at a minimal employee investment
Paid Personal Time: We provide 11 days of paid leave your first year, followed by three weeks after one year, and four weeks after five years
Paid Holidays: We also provide eleven paid holidays throughout the year, in addition to our regular vacation days
Dog-Friendly Office (some rules apply)
Financial Planning: In addition to 401k with matching and 100% KGA-paid life insurance and disability benefits, you have access to one of the top 100 Financial Advisors in the country at no charge
Education Investment: We believe professional growth keeps us engaged, so each employee receives an annual stipend to put toward their development
For more details on the benefits we offer, see benefits package

How to Apply

If you are interested in an employment opportunity with KGA, click here to apply and send us your cover letter, resume and sample construction drawings or similar sample of work. For questions, contact Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@kgarch.com.